Kanon - Tsukimiya Ayu - Chibi Musume. Mascot Figure Series (Softgarage)Tsukimiya Ayu · Softgarage

This prepainted figure from Softgarage's Chibi Musume Mascot Figure Series features Tsukimiya Ayu from the visual novel and anime series Kanon. Released in January 2002, it represents one of the earlier entries in the collectible figure market for this beloved franchise. Kanon, originally a visual novel by Key, follows a young man returning to a northern town where he spent his childhood, reconnecting with several girls whose lives are intertwined with his forgotten past. Tsukimiya Ayu is one of the central heroines, known for her characteristic red headband and her catchphrase involving taiyaki, a fish-shaped pastry she adores. As part of the Chibi Musume Mascot Figure Series, this piece presents Ayu in a compact, stylized chibi form. The figure dates to the early 2000s, making it a notable collectible for fans of classic Key visual novel adaptations. Other manufacturers including Max Factory, Kotobukiya, and Good Smile Company have also produced figures of this character, reflecting her enduring popularity among collectors.